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Launching Bill Payments in India, Helping People to Pay Everyday Household Bills Directly on WhatsApp
WhatsApp is launching a bill payment feature in India powered by the Bharat Connect network, enabling users to pay utility bills within the app.
Why it matters
Indian users can manage and pay various utility bills through a familiar interface, reducing the need to switch between multiple payment applications.
The details
Users access the feature via the ₹ icon on the home screen. The service covers electricity, gas, water, FASTag, insurance, credit card, and loan repayments. Bills are pre-fetched for one-tap access on the Payments Home.
What's next
The feature is rolling out gradually and will be available for all Android and iOS users in India over the coming weeks.
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